Employment Opportunities

Zebulon is located in one of the fastest growing regions in the State of North Carolina! Currently, Zebulon has a population of more than 11,000 and is expected to reach 12,000 by July 2024 and 25,000 by 2030. The Town has a current budget of $22.3 million and 95 full-time employees who are dedicated to providing the best possible service to our customers. The individual talents and ideas of  every employee is highly valued.

We want you to join our team!

Zebulon provides a great culture that encourages employees to share their thoughts and ideas to make the organization a better place.  The values, strategic plan and community drive the decisions and desire to do the best job possible. The benefits are generous and include paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance; retirement, 5% contribution to 401k, paid holidays, vacation, sick and your birthday off. 
 

Firefighter I
Fire Department

Full - Time - This position is under the general supervision of the Fire Captain, responds to fire and medical emergencies and other requests for service, performs fire prevention, maintains fire station and equipment, performs office work, and all other duties as requested by the supervisor. 

  1. Responds to reports of emergencies, which include fires, emergency medical calls, technical rescue incidents, hazardous materials, and other situations that may present hazards or harm to people or property.
  2. Inspects, maintains and makes minor repairs to apparatus, equipment and vehicles.
  3. Performs station maintenance duties including storing equipment, cleaning and maintaining the grounds.
  4. Conducts pre-incident surveys.
  5. Performs annual maintenance and testing of fire hydrants, hoses and other equipment and vehicles as required.
  6. Participates in mandatory physical fitness and other training.
  7. Assists with the preparation of fire reports.
  8. Represents the department at special events including but not limited to parades, open houses, station tours, educational activities and community presentations.
  9. Performs other duties as required.

Salary Range: $51,858 - $70,718
Closing Date:  July 21, 2024
Assessment Center: September 4-5, 2024
Zebulon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Seasonal- Mowing
Public Works

This is a seasonal position in the Public Works Department. The position will assist the Public Works staff with various aspects of landscaping duties. Position is scheduled to work seasonal hours  Monday – Friday beginning May – September.  The nature of this work will require staff to work outside in various environmental conditions for extended periods of time. Duties may require one to sit, stand, stoop, bend, lift and reach.

Hourly Rate: $15 - $18
Position Open Until Filled
Zebulon is and Equal Opportunity Employer

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Assistant Town Manager
Administration

The recruitment for this position has been extended in order to prioritize hiring Zebulon's Town Manager so that they can be involved in the hiring decision for someone with whom they would work so closely. Please see the new deadlines at the bottom of the posting. Current candidates will continue to be considered.

Full-Time - The growing Town of Zebulon in desirable Wake County, NC, seeks an experienced NC local government leader to serve as its first Assistant Town Manager (ATM). The ideal candidate is an innovative professional who utilizes trends and metrics to cultivate opportunities and support growth. With the ability to lead competent staff and work effectively within the Council-Manager form of government, the successful Assistant Town Manager has a track record of community engagement and experience with diversity and inclusion, equitable economic development, affordable housing, and diverse portfolios. 

Benefits: Employees are offered a competitive benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid annual and sick leave, paid holidays, and a retirement program.

Note: A criminal background check and pre-employment drug test is required.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000
Closing Date:  July 29, 2024
Assessment Center: September 12-13, 2024
Zebulon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

APPLY FOR  Assistant Town manager 

Fire - Program Support Specialist
Fire Department

Full-Time - This is a new position providing administrative support to the Fire Department leadership and staff. They would be under the general supervision of the Fire Chief, performing a variety of administrative tasks such as record-keeping, public contact, report building, maintaining databases, and office management duties requiring independent initiative and program knowledge. Involves public contact requiring tact and discretion in handling public information matters in the assigned program areas. 

Primary Duties:

  • Manager payroll and various leave balances
  • Support Fire Department leadership with various tasks including filing, data entry and record keeping
  • Provide customer service to the public.
  • Answer phones
  • Research and reports as assigned

Note: A criminal background check and pre-employment drug test is required.

Salary Range: $47,037.75 - $70,557
Closing Date:  July 21, 2024
Interviews: Week of August 12
Zebulon is an Equal Opportunity Employer

APPLY FOR  Fire - Program Support Specialist 

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TOWN OF ZEBULON CAREER

The Town of Zebulon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.